Holiday Artisan Fair
Visitors can browse a curated selection of hundreds of locally handcrafted items made by Connecticut artisans. The fair offers a wide variety of gifts tailored to every taste and interest. Guests can also take advantage of complimentary gift buying advice and gift wrapping, or enjoy wine and cheese during Thursday evening shopping.
Nov 17 – Dec 23, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Tue-Wed 12-4; Thu 12-7; Fri 12-5; Sat 10-4; Sun 12-4. Wine and cheese Thursdays 4-7. The fair closes December 23 at 4:00 PM.
Food & Drink
Wine and cheese are offered on Thursdays from 4 to 7 p.m.
Parking
Free 2 hour parking is offered.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Visit on Thursday between 4 and 7 p.m. to browse with the fair’s wine and cheese offering.
- Use the offered free two-hour parking to keep your holiday shopping stop convenient while you browse the fair.
- Ask for complimentary gift-buying advice if you want help choosing among the many locally made options.
- Bring purchased gifts to the free wrapping service so they are ready to give after your visit.
- Plan your visit before December 23, when the fair closes at 4 p.m.
Special Events & Promotions
- Wine and cheese on Thursday evenings, when the fair stays open later.
- NEW: COOL YULE on Colony, a separate one-day festival with First Congregational Church.
- Handmade for the Holidays Artisan Market, a separate two-day artisan market.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of gifts will I find?
Gallery 53 staff review and pick hundreds of handcrafted items from Connecticut artisans. There are gifts for every taste, budget and interest.
Can I get help choosing a gift?
Yes. Gift-buying advice is free, and so is gift wrapping.
Is there parking?
Yes, there's free two-hour parking.
Is there a special evening to shop?
Thursdays run later than other days, and wine and cheese are served in the evening.
What else is happening at Gallery 53 this holiday season?
New this year is COOL YULE on Colony, a one-day festival held with First Congregational Church. There is also the Handmade for the Holidays Artisan Market, a two-day market.
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